2010-2012 Altec AT200A, Altec AT235 and others recall: cables

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on May 29, 2013. It covers about 761 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 761
reported: May 29, 2013
owners notified: Apr 24, 2013

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables

What is wrong: Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 AT200A, AT235/235P, AT237, AT248F, AT35/37-G, and AT40-G aerial devices built on Ford F550 chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating of 19,500lbs. The battery cable going to the unit auxiliary functions could be damaged and possibly short to ground.
Risk: If the battery cable shorts to ground, it may overheat, resulting in a fire.
Remedy: Altec began notifying affected owners on April 24, 2013. Dealers will re-route the auxiliary function battery cables. Owners may contact Altec at 1‑800‑860‑0183. Altec's recall number is CSN 565.

Recall number 13V224000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 13V224000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2012 Altec AT200A, Altec AT235 and others cables?

Yes. Recall 13V224000, reported on May 29, 2013, covers about 761 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V224000?

Altec began notifying affected owners on April 24, 2013. Dealers will re-route the auxiliary function battery cables. Owners may contact Altec at 1‑800‑860‑0183. Altec's recall number is CSN 565.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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